Orijen Original Adult Dry Dog Food
ORIJEN Original Dry Dog Food is a protein-rich, Biologically Appropriate recipe formulated to help dogs of all breeds and life stages thrive. Made with approximately 85% quality animal ingredients, it provides nourishing protein, vitamins and minerals from poultry, fish, organs and bone.
The first five ingredients are fresh or raw poultry and fish ingredients. Free-run chicken and turkey, wild-caught fish and nutrient-rich organs provide WholePrey nutrition, while a freeze-dried coating delivers a burst of raw flavour your dog instinctively craves.
Key Benefits
- Complete and balanced nutrition for all breeds and life stages
- Suitable for puppies, adults and senior dogs
- Includes the growth of large-breed dogs weighing 32kg or more as adults
- Made with approximately 85% quality poultry and fish ingredients
- The first five ingredients are fresh or raw poultry and fish
- Minimum 38% crude protein to support lean muscles and peak conditioning
- WholePrey ingredients include poultry, fish, organs and bone
- Antioxidant-rich ingredients and Vitamin E support immune health
- Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids support healthy skin and a shiny coat
- Fibre with prebiotics and probiotics supports digestive health
- Freeze-dried coating provides a rich and appealing flavour
- Made in the USA with quality ingredients sourced from around the world
Biologically Appropriate Nutrition
Dogs are ancestral carnivores and are biologically adapted to consume diets rich in animal ingredients. ORIJEN Original provides protein-rich nutrition from chicken, turkey, fish, eggs and nutrient-dense organs.
Approximately 85% of the recipe comes from quality animal ingredients in their unprocessed state, providing a rich source of essential protein, vitamins and minerals.
Fresh or Raw Animal Ingredients
ORIJEN Original features a diverse range of fresh or raw animal ingredients, including:
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Whole hake
- Whole herring
- Chicken liver
Fresh ingredients use refrigeration as their sole method of preservation. Raw ingredients are frozen at their peak freshness.
WholePrey Nutrition
ORIJEN's authentic WholePrey approach includes the most nutrient-dense and succulent parts of the prey, including poultry, fish, organs and bone.
- Poultry: Chicken and turkey
- Organs: Chicken liver and turkey giblets, including liver, heart and gizzard
- Wild-caught fish: Whole hake and whole herring
This diverse combination of animal ingredients provides naturally occurring nutrients and reflects the types of foods dogs' ancestors consumed in the wild.
Immune Health
Antioxidant-rich ingredients, together with added Vitamin E, help support your dog's healthy immune system.
Skin & Coat Health
Naturally occurring Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids help nourish the skin and support a healthy, shiny coat.
Digestive Health
Dietary fibre, together with a blend of prebiotics and probiotics, helps support healthy digestion and a balanced intestinal environment.
Product Details
- Food form: Dry dog food
- Life stage: All Life Stages
- Breed size: All breeds, including large-breed growth
- Animal ingredients: Approximately 85%
- Crude protein: Minimum 38%
- Available sizes: 2kg and 10.6kg
- Made in: USA
Ingredients
Chicken, Turkey, Salmon, Whole Herring, Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Chicken, Dehydrated Turkey, Dehydrated Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Egg, Dehydrated Sardine, Chicken Fat, Whole Red Lentils, Whole Pinto Beans, Whole Navy Beans, Whole Green Lentils, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Peas, Turkey Giblets (Liver, Heart, Gizzard), Eggs, Natural Chicken Flavor, Dried Apple Pomace, Pollock Oil, Chicken Heart, Vitamin E Supplement, Whole Pumpkin, Whole Butternut Squash, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Whole Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Salt, Zinc Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Chicory Root, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rosehips, Juniper Berries, Citric Acid (Preservative) and Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 38% minimum |
| Crude Fat | 18% minimum |
| Crude Fibre | 4% maximum |
| Moisture | 12% maximum |
| Dietary Starch | 18% maximum |
| Sugars | 1.3% maximum |
| DHA | 0.2% minimum |
| EPA | 0.2% minimum |
| Calcium | 1.2% minimum |
| Phosphorus | 1% minimum |
| Vitamin E | 750 IU/kg minimum |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* | 3% minimum |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* | 0.8% minimum |
| Glucosamine* | 600mg/kg minimum |
| Total Microorganisms* | 100 million CFU/lb minimum |
*Not recognised as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. Total microorganisms are from Bacillus coagulans.
Calorie Content
Metabolizable Energy: 3940 kcal/kg or approximately 473 kcal per 8 oz cup.
Calories are distributed to help support peak conditioning:
- 39% from protein
- 20% from carbohydrates
- 41% from fat
Nutritional Adequacy
ORIJEN Original Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including the growth of large-sized dogs weighing 70lb (approximately 32kg) or more as adults.
Feeding Guidelines
Because every dog is different and ORIJEN is a nutrient-dense, protein-rich food, daily feeding amounts may vary. Use the current feeding guide on the packaging as a starting point and adjust portions according to your dog's weight, age, activity level and body condition.
- Monitor your dog's weight and adjust portions as necessary
- Divide the recommended daily amount into two meals
- Always provide fresh, clean drinking water
- Consult your veterinarian if you are unsure about the correct feeding amount
Feeding Puppies & Reproducing Dogs
- Puppies 1½–3 months: Feed twice the corresponding adult amount
- Puppies 3–6 months: Feed 1½ times the corresponding adult amount
- Puppies 6–11 months: Feed 1¼ times the corresponding adult amount
- Gestation: Increase feeding by 25%–50% above the adult amount
- Lactation: Feed free choice
Transitioning to ORIJEN
Introduce ORIJEN Original gradually to allow your dog's digestive system time to adjust to its nutrient-dense, protein-rich formula.
- Days 1–2: 25% ORIJEN with 75% previous food
- Days 3–4: 50% ORIJEN with 50% previous food
- Days 5–6: 75% ORIJEN with 25% previous food
- Day 7 onwards: 100% ORIJEN
Frequently Asked Questions
Which dogs can eat ORIJEN Original?
ORIJEN Original is formulated for dogs of all breeds and life stages, including puppies, adults, seniors and the growth of large-breed puppies.How much animal content does it contain?
Approximately 85% of the recipe consists of quality poultry and fish ingredients, calculated from their unprocessed state.What are the main animal ingredients?
The recipe contains chicken, turkey, salmon, whole herring, chicken liver, eggs, sardine, turkey giblets and pollock oil.What does fresh or raw mean?
Fresh ingredients use refrigeration as their sole method of preservation, while raw ingredients are frozen at their peak freshness.What does WholePrey mean?
WholePrey nutrition includes nutrient-rich parts of the animal such as poultry, fish, organs and bone to provide a broad variety of naturally occurring nutrients.Does it support digestive health?
Yes. Fibre, prebiotics and Bacillus coagulans probiotics help support healthy digestion.Does it support healthy skin and coat?
Naturally occurring Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids help support healthy skin and a shiny coat.Is it suitable for large-breed puppies?
Yes. It meets AAFCO nutritional profiles for all life stages, including the growth of dogs expected to weigh 32kg or more as adults.Why does the kibble have a freeze-dried coating?
The freeze-dried coating provides a concentrated burst of raw flavour to make the food more appealing.How should I transition my dog to ORIJEN?
Introduce ORIJEN gradually over approximately seven days by increasing the ORIJEN portion while decreasing your dog's previous food.Compare ORIJEN Recipes
Compare ORIJEN dog food recipes to find the most suitable option for your dog.
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The 85% animal ingredient claim is approximate and derived from ingredients in their unprocessed state. Ingredient proportions and depicted cuts may not represent the contents of an individual package or serving. Product formulations may change; always refer to the packaging for current ingredients, nutritional information and feeding instructions.
ORIJEN Original Dry Dog Food is a protein-rich, Biologically Appropriate recipe formulated to help dogs of all breeds and life stages thrive. Made with approximately 85% quality animal ingredients, it provides nourishing protein, vitamins and minerals from poultry, fish, organs and bone.
The first five ingredients are fresh or raw poultry and fish ingredients. Free-run chicken and turkey, wild-caught fish and nutrient-rich organs provide WholePrey nutrition, while a freeze-dried coating delivers a burst of raw flavour your dog instinctively craves.
Key Benefits
- Complete and balanced nutrition for all breeds and life stages
- Suitable for puppies, adults and senior dogs
- Includes the growth of large-breed dogs weighing 32kg or more as adults
- Made with approximately 85% quality poultry and fish ingredients
- The first five ingredients are fresh or raw poultry and fish
- Minimum 38% crude protein to support lean muscles and peak conditioning
- WholePrey ingredients include poultry, fish, organs and bone
- Antioxidant-rich ingredients and Vitamin E support immune health
- Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids support healthy skin and a shiny coat
- Fibre with prebiotics and probiotics supports digestive health
- Freeze-dried coating provides a rich and appealing flavour
- Made in the USA with quality ingredients sourced from around the world
Biologically Appropriate Nutrition
Dogs are ancestral carnivores and are biologically adapted to consume diets rich in animal ingredients. ORIJEN Original provides protein-rich nutrition from chicken, turkey, fish, eggs and nutrient-dense organs.
Approximately 85% of the recipe comes from quality animal ingredients in their unprocessed state, providing a rich source of essential protein, vitamins and minerals.
Fresh or Raw Animal Ingredients
ORIJEN Original features a diverse range of fresh or raw animal ingredients, including:
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Whole hake
- Whole herring
- Chicken liver
Fresh ingredients use refrigeration as their sole method of preservation. Raw ingredients are frozen at their peak freshness.
WholePrey Nutrition
ORIJEN's authentic WholePrey approach includes the most nutrient-dense and succulent parts of the prey, including poultry, fish, organs and bone.
- Poultry: Chicken and turkey
- Organs: Chicken liver and turkey giblets, including liver, heart and gizzard
- Wild-caught fish: Whole hake and whole herring
This diverse combination of animal ingredients provides naturally occurring nutrients and reflects the types of foods dogs' ancestors consumed in the wild.
Immune Health
Antioxidant-rich ingredients, together with added Vitamin E, help support your dog's healthy immune system.
Skin & Coat Health
Naturally occurring Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids help nourish the skin and support a healthy, shiny coat.
Digestive Health
Dietary fibre, together with a blend of prebiotics and probiotics, helps support healthy digestion and a balanced intestinal environment.
Product Details
- Food form: Dry dog food
- Life stage: All Life Stages
- Breed size: All breeds, including large-breed growth
- Animal ingredients: Approximately 85%
- Crude protein: Minimum 38%
- Available sizes: 2kg and 10.6kg
- Made in: USA
Ingredients
Chicken, Turkey, Salmon, Whole Herring, Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Chicken, Dehydrated Turkey, Dehydrated Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Egg, Dehydrated Sardine, Chicken Fat, Whole Red Lentils, Whole Pinto Beans, Whole Navy Beans, Whole Green Lentils, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Peas, Turkey Giblets (Liver, Heart, Gizzard), Eggs, Natural Chicken Flavor, Dried Apple Pomace, Pollock Oil, Chicken Heart, Vitamin E Supplement, Whole Pumpkin, Whole Butternut Squash, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Whole Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Salt, Zinc Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Chicory Root, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rosehips, Juniper Berries, Citric Acid (Preservative) and Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 38% minimum |
| Crude Fat | 18% minimum |
| Crude Fibre | 4% maximum |
| Moisture | 12% maximum |
| Dietary Starch | 18% maximum |
| Sugars | 1.3% maximum |
| DHA | 0.2% minimum |
| EPA | 0.2% minimum |
| Calcium | 1.2% minimum |
| Phosphorus | 1% minimum |
| Vitamin E | 750 IU/kg minimum |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* | 3% minimum |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* | 0.8% minimum |
| Glucosamine* | 600mg/kg minimum |
| Total Microorganisms* | 100 million CFU/lb minimum |
*Not recognised as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. Total microorganisms are from Bacillus coagulans.
Calorie Content
Metabolizable Energy: 3940 kcal/kg or approximately 473 kcal per 8 oz cup.
Calories are distributed to help support peak conditioning:
- 39% from protein
- 20% from carbohydrates
- 41% from fat
Nutritional Adequacy
ORIJEN Original Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including the growth of large-sized dogs weighing 70lb (approximately 32kg) or more as adults.
Feeding Guidelines
Because every dog is different and ORIJEN is a nutrient-dense, protein-rich food, daily feeding amounts may vary. Use the current feeding guide on the packaging as a starting point and adjust portions according to your dog's weight, age, activity level and body condition.
- Monitor your dog's weight and adjust portions as necessary
- Divide the recommended daily amount into two meals
- Always provide fresh, clean drinking water
- Consult your veterinarian if you are unsure about the correct feeding amount
Feeding Puppies & Reproducing Dogs
- Puppies 1½–3 months: Feed twice the corresponding adult amount
- Puppies 3–6 months: Feed 1½ times the corresponding adult amount
- Puppies 6–11 months: Feed 1¼ times the corresponding adult amount
- Gestation: Increase feeding by 25%–50% above the adult amount
- Lactation: Feed free choice
Transitioning to ORIJEN
Introduce ORIJEN Original gradually to allow your dog's digestive system time to adjust to its nutrient-dense, protein-rich formula.
- Days 1–2: 25% ORIJEN with 75% previous food
- Days 3–4: 50% ORIJEN with 50% previous food
- Days 5–6: 75% ORIJEN with 25% previous food
- Day 7 onwards: 100% ORIJEN
Frequently Asked Questions
Which dogs can eat ORIJEN Original?
ORIJEN Original is formulated for dogs of all breeds and life stages, including puppies, adults, seniors and the growth of large-breed puppies.How much animal content does it contain?
Approximately 85% of the recipe consists of quality poultry and fish ingredients, calculated from their unprocessed state.What are the main animal ingredients?
The recipe contains chicken, turkey, salmon, whole herring, chicken liver, eggs, sardine, turkey giblets and pollock oil.What does fresh or raw mean?
Fresh ingredients use refrigeration as their sole method of preservation, while raw ingredients are frozen at their peak freshness.What does WholePrey mean?
WholePrey nutrition includes nutrient-rich parts of the animal such as poultry, fish, organs and bone to provide a broad variety of naturally occurring nutrients.Does it support digestive health?
Yes. Fibre, prebiotics and Bacillus coagulans probiotics help support healthy digestion.Does it support healthy skin and coat?
Naturally occurring Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids help support healthy skin and a shiny coat.Is it suitable for large-breed puppies?
Yes. It meets AAFCO nutritional profiles for all life stages, including the growth of dogs expected to weigh 32kg or more as adults.Why does the kibble have a freeze-dried coating?
The freeze-dried coating provides a concentrated burst of raw flavour to make the food more appealing.How should I transition my dog to ORIJEN?
Introduce ORIJEN gradually over approximately seven days by increasing the ORIJEN portion while decreasing your dog's previous food.Compare ORIJEN Recipes
Compare ORIJEN dog food recipes to find the most suitable option for your dog.
Shop Dog Food at ADS Pet Store
Browse our complete selection of dog food available from ADS Pet Store.
The 85% animal ingredient claim is approximate and derived from ingredients in their unprocessed state. Ingredient proportions and depicted cuts may not represent the contents of an individual package or serving. Product formulations may change; always refer to the packaging for current ingredients, nutritional information and feeding instructions.